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Percutaneous Transvenous Mitral Commissurotomy (PTMC)
Can be considered for rheumatic mitral moderate to severe stenosis with significant symptoms, and valve leaflet calcification and subvalvular structure assessment showing suitability for percutaneous dilation. The decision focuses on valve orifice area and pressure gradient, whether there is left at
24-72h
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Approx. $5,800
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Not included
- -Treatment fee
- -Travel costs
- -Optional extras
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Peking Union Medical College Hospital - Beijing - Grade 3A
Ruijin Hospital - Shanghai - Grade 3A
West China Hospital - Chengdu - Grade 3A
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How Percutaneous Transvenous Mitral Commissurotomy (PTMC) is performed
This treatment is often used for mitral stenosis with suitable anatomical conditions. Typically, under local anesthesia or sedation, a catheter is inserted through the femoral vein, crossing the septum into the left atrium, and the balloon system is passed across the stenotic valve orifice. Under ultrasound/fluoroscopy guidance, it is gradually expanded to separate the fused valve commissures and improve hemodynamics. Heart rhythm, valve orifice pressure gradient, and pericardial condition are monitored during and after the procedure, with the goal of relieving stenosis and stabilizing circulation. The above is general health information, not medical advice; specific details are subject to specialist assessment and hospital protocols.
What is Percutaneous Transvenous Mitral Commissurotomy (PTMC)?
This treatment is often used for mitral stenosis with suitable anatomical conditions. Typically, under local anesthesia or sedation, a catheter is inserted through the femoral vein, crossing the septum into the left atrium, and the balloon system is passed across the stenotic valve orifice. Under ultrasound/fluoroscopy guidance, it is gradually expanded to separate the fused valve commissures and improve hemodynamics. Heart rhythm, valve orifice pressure gradient, and pericardial condition are monitored during and after the procedure, with the goal of relieving stenosis and stabilizing circulation. The above is general health information, not medical advice; specific details are subject to specialist assessment and hospital protocols.
How is Percutaneous Transvenous Mitral Commissurotomy (PTMC) performed?
Step 1
How Percutaneous Transvenous Mitral Commissurotomy (PTMC) is performed
This treatment is often used for mitral stenosis with suitable anatomical conditions. Typically, under local anesthesia or sedation, a catheter is inserted through the femoral vein, crossing the septum into the left atrium, and the balloon system is passed across the stenotic valve orifice. Under ultrasound/fluoroscopy guidance, it is gradually expanded to separate the fused valve commissures and improve hemodynamics. Heart rhythm, valve orifice pressure gradient, and pericardial condition are monitored during and after the procedure, with the goal of relieving stenosis and stabilizing circulation. The above is general health information, not medical advice; specific details are subject to specialist assessment and hospital protocols.
Recovery process
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Recovery and stay
A total of 1–2 weeks is recommended for preoperative assessment + hospitalization/treatment + postoperative follow-up, subject to the hospital's schedule.
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How much does treatment cost?⌄
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What happens after I return home?⌄
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